1991 Honda Shuttle vs. 2005 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Honda Shuttle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Honda Shuttle would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Passat (148 HP @ 1750 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1991 Honda Shuttle. (89 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1991 Honda Shuttle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 416 kg more than 1991 Honda Shuttle. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2005 Volkswagen Passat (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Honda Shuttle. (112 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Honda Shuttle. 2005 Volkswagen Passat has automatic transmission and 1991 Honda Shuttle has manual transmission. 1991 Honda Shuttle will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Volkswagen Passat will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Honda Shuttle | 2005 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Shuttle | Passat |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1395 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1356 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2680 mm |
